Used JBL 305P MkII Powered 5" Dual 41W Two-Way Studio Monitor

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2025-01-01T19:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Love them (when they work)

Had these for years as my main "home studio" monitors and I love them. Solid, consistent budget monitors. However in the last year or so the speakers will randomly shut off (usually related to a power surge) and refuse to turn back on for several hours. When they work, they're great! But this one issue keeps coming up and I haven't been able to find a solution, so I have to drop the rating to reflect that.

Jiffy

2024-09-17T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sounding Solid

Look and sound great forming inside of the house! Looking forward to using them for a house party! Definitely recommend this!

Philly23

2024-03-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect

Bought this product 3 weeks ago and I'm enjoying my purchase. Perfect for mixing and great sound quality.

DJ Y.

2024-02-16T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great speakers

Bought these about a month ago for myself. I had used them before, and loved their sound quality. The speakers are very high quality, and get very loud. Worth every penny.

Dragon_chef

2023-10-10T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Uncolored Clear Sound

I purchased the 305P's for recording guitar, bass and vocal tracks at home. I'm new at recording and I needed affordable monitors. These speakers are perfect for my needs. Uncolored, clear sound. It is remarkable how the layers of tones can be heard separately. I'm very happy with the JBL's.

John2023

2023-06-16T10:40:02

Rated 5 out of 5

Small but powerful!

Perfect...

JOJO C.

2022-09-15T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Muffled Sound

Speakers sound went muffled after using it for 2 months. Terrible quality speaker wont be buying jbl products again as this is not the first product to blow on me in such a short period of time.

JuTheKid

2022-03-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Surprised

It's like the $12 bottle of wine the knocks the socks off a $100 bottle.

unregistered 2.

2021-11-27T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Fast delivery

This is a Christmas gift for my grandson so I really can?t review them ( I purchased two) but it?s want he wanted and I?m sure he?ll be very happy. Will update you when he receives them.

Kiv99

2021-07-24T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Poor build quality and product quality

Poor build quality and product quality. I am unimpressed with the quality of the product. My speakers sound different from each other. Monitor your product quality and don't do this.

MixxxA

2021-05-27T10:55:13

Rated 5 out of 5

Best affordable, small-scale studio monitor

Really enjoy working and mixing with these. Despite being "neutral," they're still pleasant to use for recreational purposes. I'd highly recommend getting these off of your desk, as they transfer base through hard surfaces very easily.

THEODORE W.

2021-05-14T11:00:03

Rated 5 out of 5

Best Studio Monitors under $400

I would recommend this product. Likes: - great sound - nice size for small home studio - looks good - bundle makes it worth $$$ Dislikes: - shiny black plastic scratches and smudges easy

DANIEL B.

2021-04-28T21:27:46

Rated 5 out of 5

Spectacular Sound on a Budget

In its price range, these monitors are some of the best that money can buy. The sound is very good?quite accurate, neural, and reliable. Highly recommended.

DANIEL K.

2021-04-22T20:42:26

Rated 5 out of 5

Can't Stop Using Them

I love these little monitors. They look slick, sound flat, and I enjoy using them day and night. Highly recommended if you want good, accurate sound?one of the best monitors in their price range.

DANIEL K.

2021-03-31T09:01:57

Rated 5 out of 5

THE BEAST

Absolutely killer studio monitors. I play techno, so the lows are pretty important for me and this pair is a beast. Reaching to max volume indoors is impossible! Looking forward to using them outdoors!

UTKU G.

2021-03-09T07:56:14

Rated 5 out of 5

Quality sound from a quality product

excellent sound! I also have a pair of JBL 104 Studio Monitors but these 305's just add a bit more to the mix, so fresh and clean sounding. Just to play the keyboard and hear the sound through these 305 MKIIs is worth the practice in itself! Very rewarding to the ear.

GABRIEL M.

2021-02-18T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for shop and PC

I actually use these as my regular PC speakers because they sound so fantastic. I'm ordering another pair to use out in my shop for music.

PotatoThunder

2020-09-18T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Sound, Amazing Value

You can't go wrong with these, I bought them when they were on sale. Won't find better in that price range.

DaveFromApexNC

2020-06-22T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect for studios ...

I'm using for my studio good bass with excellent sound quality....thanks jbl for providing good products...

Kumarn

2020-05-06T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love em

I tried a few options to replace a very old broken pair of small Roland desk speakers used with my computer. These have a higher price but they sound great!

JJ22

2019-06-04T20:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

why the shiny front on the new units?

can't put it behind a perforated screen! Very limiting!

deadletter1

2019-03-19T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very pleased

I had the LSR305. And wanted to build my surround sound setup. So I got a front wall set for my home studio. LCR are all JBL305 mkii and I sent my LSR305 to the rear. I am please with the sound and the new boundary EQ setting on them. And at the moment I have the LSR310s out since I am re treating my room since I moved.

Hpmsound

2018-10-07T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Everything I could want and more.

I'm pairing this with my Mac Pro for some video editing and I'm wanting more of these for my surround system now. Went through a couple of other so-called good speakers. One had problems on the left channel right out of the box. These are everything that I've seen on all the reviews and more. Couldn't be happier.

LordsReaper

2018-07-19T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Happy Sound Junkie!

I purchased two of the speakers several months ago for my computer, which is in a large studio bedroom. I love sound and all its high-mid-low ranges and hearing all its nuances. The typical computer speakers were not adequate for my listening preferences. These speakers have incredible sound. I had to place them on a bookshelf as the space in the room did not allow me to place them on separate speaker stands. Because of being placed on a hard, solid surface, I had to put Auray pads under them to prevent vibrations from deeper base. I also use a software equalizer (EqualizerPro) on my computer to maximize the sound and adjust the base depending on the source of the music/theatre I am playing. I also have a Flip speaker for my portable devices. People can believe the sound I get out of them. You can't beat JBL for sound.

JBL4Me

2018-04-05T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Outstanding JBL 305P MKII

Purchased two JBL 305P MKII studio monitors for a computer room studio, driven by external DAC and Amplifier with HI-RES flac wav source music files. I am really enjoying the outstanding high fidelity sound.

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JBL 305P MkII Specifications

  • LF Driver Size

    5" (127.00mm)

  • HF Driver Size

    1" (25.40mm)

  • HF Driver Type

    Soft dome

  • Crossover

    1725Hz 4th order acoustic Linkwitz-Riley

  • Use Near Magnetical Sensitive Equipment

    Yes

  • Input Sensitivity (-10dbv Input)

    92dB / 1m

  • Power Configuration

    Bi-amplified

  • HF Driver Power Amp

    41W, Class-D

  • LF Driver Power Amp

    41W, Class-D

  • Frequency Response (+/- 3db)

    49Hz - 20kHz

  • Frequency Range (-10db)

    43Hz - 24kHz

  • Low Frequency Extension (-10db)

    43Hz

  • Maximum Continuous SPL

    94dB

  • Maximum Peak SPL

    108dB

  • Maximum Peak Input Level (-10dbv/+4dbu)

    +6dBV / +20.3dBu

  • System Distortion Criteria

    <10% THD at maximum output with full compressor / limiter engagement

  • Electrical Distortion Criteria

    0.2% THD at 1kHz / 2.83VRMS output; <1% THD at 1kHz, full rated output

  • Signal To Noise Ratio

    75dBA (A-Weighted), 70dBr (unweighted), relative to 2.83VRMS output

  • Coverage (Horizontal X Vertical)

    120 x 90 deg.

  • Analog Input Types

    1x XLR female, 1x TRS female, balanced

  • HF Trim Control

    -2dB, 0dB, +2dB

  • Boundary EQ

    LF Shelf at 50Hz: -3dB, -1.5dB, 0dB

  • AC Input Voltage

    100 - 240VAC (+/- 10%), 50 / 60Hz

  • Enclosure Type

    Ported

  • Enclosure Construction

    15mm MDF

  • Enclosure Finish

    Matte black PVC

  • Baffle Construction

    Injection-molded structural ABS

  • Dimensions (HxWxD)

    Cabinet: 298 x 185 x 231mm (11.73 x 7.28 x 9.09")

  • Weight

    10.43 lbs (4.73kg)

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Perfect for studios ...

By Kumarn

I'm using for my studio good bass with excellent sound quality....thanks jbl for providing good products...

Outstanding JBL 305P MKII

By wildjim

Purchased two JBL 305P MKII studio monitors for a computer room studio, driven by external DAC and Amplifier with HI-RES flac wav source music files. I am really enjoying the outstanding high fidelity sound.

Bring unparalleled precision and power to your audio work with the JBL 305P MkII Powered 5" Dual 41W Two-Way Studio Monitor. This next-generation monitor is engineered to elevate your studio's sound with its revolutionary JBL Image Control Waveguide and refined transducers. Experience the stunning detail, precise imaging, and expansive sweet spot that the 305P MkII offers, enhancing the critical listening capabilities of any modern workspace.

Crafted with patented technologies from the acclaimed JBL 7 Series and M2 Master Reference Monitors, the 305P MkII boasts a stylish and modern design that complements its superior performance. Its sleek aesthetic is matched by its sonic excellence, providing an enjoyable mix experience at an accessible price point.

The MkII version builds upon the success of the original JBL 3 Series, incorporating final improvements to the transducers, a highly requested feature, and the latest manufacturing insights. The result is a studio monitor that retains the best qualities of its predecessor while offering enhanced sound quality and adaptability to more production environments.

The patented JBL Image Control Waveguide is a game-changer, revealing intricate details, ambience, and depth in your mixes. Developed for JBL's flagship monitors, this innovation ensures an acoustically seamless transition between the low- and high-frequency drivers, creating an immersive soundstage with pinpoint imaging. Whether you're positioned directly in front of the monitor or off-axis, the 305P MkII delivers a crystal-clear representation of your mix, exposing subtle nuances with a neutral frequency response.

Your mix is only as good as your monitors, and the 305P MkII is equipped with renowned 3 Series transducers that now perform even better. Experience deep, accurate bass with the long-throw 5" woofer and JBL's patented Slip Stream low-frequency port. The woven-composite 1" Neodymium tweeter provides immaculate highs, while enhancements in the woofer design contribute to faster HF transient response, improved low-frequency linearity, and reduced harmonic distortion. Trust in this monitor for unmatched peak handling, dynamic range, and a neutral frequency response that stands out in its class.

The 305P MkII is ready to handle the most demanding production styles straight out of the box. With dual integrated Class D power amplifiers, custom-designed by JBL for each transducer, you'll have ample dynamic range for any project. Whether you're producing music, podcasting, designing cinematic sound, or vlogging, this monitor delivers the detail and power needed to hear your work at its best, even at peak SPLs.

Tailor the sound to fit your studio with the 305P MkII's adjustable response. The Boundary EQ mitigates low-end boost from placement on desktops or near walls, while the 3-position HF Trim switch allows for high-frequency response adjustments to suit room acoustics or personal preferences.

Connectivity is flexible and professional, with balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs, and adjustable +4dBu/-10dBV input sensitivity, ensuring easy setup and signal integrity.

Drawing on over 70 years of JBL acoustic expertise, the 305P MkII is a testament to refined studio monitor design at an exceptional value. Unlike other manufacturers, JBL meticulously calibrates each component for efficient, accurate sound reproduction, adhering to JBL's Linear Spatial Reference criteria. This ensures your mix is faithfully reproduced in any listening environment.

Depend on the JBL Professional reliability that comes with the 305P MkII. Each monitor undergoes JBL's rigorous Power Test, performing flawlessly at maximum volume for 100 hours to guarantee consistent, excellent sound reproduction for years. Choose the JBL 305P MkII for a powerful, high-quality, and reliable studio monitor that will become the cornerstone of your audio production setup.

JBL 305P MkII Powered 5" Dual 41W Two-Way Studio Monitor Features

  • Patented Image Control Waveguide for detailed imaging and a broad, room-friendly sweet spot
  • Next-generation JBL transducers for optimized transient response and improved linearity
  • Patented Slip Stream low-frequency port for superior bass performance at all playback levels
  • Dual integrated, custom Class-D amplifiers provide 82 watts of power for high output and dynamic range
  • New Boundary EQ settings compensate for low frequency variants introduced by the environment
  • HF Trim switch adjusts high-frequency output to room acoustics or personal preferences
  • Flexible connectivity with balanced XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs, +4dBu / -10dBV input-sensitivity switch and adjustable volume control
  • Engineered to JBL Linear Spatial Reference design criteria for outstanding accuracy in any working space
  • Strenuous JBL 100-hour full-power test ensures years of reliability
  • Sleek, modern design provides a visual upgrade to any studio